"Epitaphs - what dreams may come" 

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“...For in that sleep of death what dreams may come
When we have shuffled off this mortal coil,
Must give us pause.” Hamlet" Act III Scene 1

For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face-to-face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.
1 Corinthians 13:12 (KJV)

This exhibit has been in the works since 2010. Now, think back to where you were a few years ago—and whether that feels like a long, long time, or just moments ago—your mind will mark the unexpected twists and turns of your life’s journey through the recent years. Now, consider what may come tomorrow. What if you knew you were going to die? What would be the one thing you would want to leave with the world? How would you want to be remembered?

Think of the gallery space as a memorial space, look around and take in the images that others leave for us. These artists’ works give us an insider's view into what holds value for them. While most are still living, the record of their journey speaks of faith and trust, of grief and hope, of despair and healing, of failure and redemption, of lessons and losses, of warnings and vindication. They address the deeply human questions we can’t help asking, and encourage us to ponder the infinite, even though we know these answers will remain veiled until viewed from above.

Please visit many times, and take your time.  
Consider the things that you would wish to be remembered for.
What might be included in your epitaph?

Cindi Zech Rhodes & Denise Kufus Weyhrich  - curators

Artists included in this exhibition are:

*appeared at Biola only

from the Inland Empire Museum of Art Collection:

We are exceptionally grateful to all 75 artists for joining us in this long awaited exhibition. To the numerous supporters of Seeds Fine Art Exhibits and our generous financial donors that help to make our work possible - we are extremely grateful for you. Returning to exhibit at BIOLA is such a joy and we are grateful to Jeff Rau Gallery Director, all the members of BIOLA Art department and to this lovely library gallery staff, volunteers and helpers for inviting us to share your space.
To the Founder of the Inland Empire Museum of Art, Gene Sasse, and all staff at IEMA a grateful thank you for welcoming us to inaugurate your temporary space.
Thank you so very much.But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. Titus 3:4-7 NIV

LOCATIONS:

BIOLA University Library Art Gallery Aug 8 2016 Jan 10 2018

Opening September 23rd, 2016 4 PM- 7 pm: Biola University Library 13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA 90639
Artists' Panel Discussion in November
Closing artists' get together in January

Inland Empire Museum of Art Feb 10 to March 26 2017

Opening and Artists' panel Discussion Feb 18, 2017

Artists' panel Discussion Mar 18, 2017